Gothenburg to Kiel ferry with Stena Line

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Gothenburg to Kiel

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 31
Cheapest price on Oct 31
€247
Average ticket price on Oct 31
€247
Fastest journey on Oct 31
15 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Oct 31
15 h 30 m
Ferries on Oct 31
1
Distance
393 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Gothenburg to Kiel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Gothenburg to Kiel will cost around €247 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €247.

Fast ferries

On Sat, Oct 31, we found 1 ferries from Gothenburg to Kiel, including 1 direct services.

On Sat, Oct 31 the direct ferries cover the 393 km distance in an average of 15 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 15 h 30 m .

On Sat, Oct 31 the slowest ferries will take 15 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Gothenburg to Kiel

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Ferries from Gothenburg to Kiel run on average 1 times per day, taking around 15h 19m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €43 but you can travel from only €29 by train.

There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 17:45, the last at 18:45. The fastest ferry covers the 212 nautical miles (393 km) distance in 14h 30m. There are 3 sailings per week. Ferries from Gothenburg to Kiel are available to foot passengers.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €29
Official Omio partners on this route
Stena Line
Distance
212 nautical miles (393 km)
Average sailing duration
15h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
€43
Ferries per day
1
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
3
Fastest ferry
14h 30m
First ferry
5:45 PM
Last ferry
6:45 PM
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
21 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €29

Frequently asked questions about your Gothenburg to Kiel trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Gothenburg to Kiel.

Cheap ferry tickets from Gothenburg to Kiel can start from as little as €43 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Gothenburg to Kiel is €146; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest ferry from Gothenburg to Kiel leaves at 5:45 PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest ferry from Gothenburg to Kiel leaves at 6:45 PM.
Yes, there are 1 direct ferries a day from Gothenburg to Kiel with Stena Line. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.

Gothenburg to Kiel Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Stena Line
Departure Time
05:45PM
Arrival Time
09:15AM
Duration
15h30
Sailing Days
Everyday

Live departures

Gothenburg to Kiel ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Kiel ferries for today, Friday, October 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Stena LineStena Line5:45 PM Gothenburg (Emigrantvagen)
15h30
9:15 AM Port of Kiel (Schwedenkai)0 transfersDirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Ferry operators: Stena Line from Gothenburg to KielYou can travel by ferry between Gothenburg to Kiel with Stena Line for as low as €29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Stena Line

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Stena Line Duration
14h 30m
Cheapest Stena Line Price
€43
Stena Line frequency
2 a day

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Gothenburg and Kiel

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Gothenburg to Kiel with Stena Line
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Gothenburg to Kiel is possible with Stena Line.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Gothenburg to Kiel is possible with Stena Line. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses, and flight options on Omio.
When taking a ferry from Gothenburg to Kiel, you can count on Stena Line for the best way to get you to Kiel. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Gothenburg and Kiel and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.

FAQs: Ferry from Gothenburg to Kiel

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg to Kiel by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kiel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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It's helpful to compare your options as there are 4 ways to travel between Gothenburg and Kiel including taking a bus, train, flight, and ferry.

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Popular ports from Gothenburg to Kiel

Most Gothenburg to Kiel ferries use the Gothenburg (Emigrantvagen) to Port of Kiel (Schwedenkai) port pair. Use this guide to compare Gothenburg and Kiel ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.

Departure ports in Gothenburg
Arrival ports in Kiel
Gothenburg (Emigrantvagen)Emigrantvägen 20, 413 27, Gothenburg, SwedenAccessibility

Gothenburg (Emigrantvagen) port facilities and services

Gothenburg (Emigrantvagen) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Gothenburg (Emigrantvagen): The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.

Gothenburg (Elof Lindälvs Gata)Elof Lindälvs Gata, 414 55 Gothenburg, SwedenWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Gothenburg (Elof Lindälvs Gata) from Gothenburg city centre

Gothenburg (Elof Lindälvs Gata) is 3 km from Gothenburg city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus90, 190 · 16m · €1 · every ~5 min
Tram3, 9, X · 21m · €1 · every ~26 min

Gothenburg (Elof Lindälvs Gata) port facilities and services

Gothenburg (Elof Lindälvs Gata) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurang Sjömagasinet (0.6km), Restaurang Kungstorget (0.9km), Restaurang Gabriel (0.8km)

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Gothenburg (Elof Lindälvs Gata).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Gothenburg (Elof Lindälvs Gata): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Gothenburg (Elof Lindälvs Gata).

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